"jmcquown" > wrote in message
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> On 6/29/2014 9:56 PM, Julie Bove wrote:
>> Tellicherry peppercorn from Costco. Good until 4/16. More than half
>> used. So it looks like it will be gone before it goes bad.
>
> Once again... peppercorns don't automatically "go bad" on some random date
> printed on the label. They will lose potency, but that's about it. If you
> store them (or most spices) in the refrigerator and they'll stay fresh
> longer.

And they did lose potency. And no, using more didn't help. I have no room
in my fridge for stuff like that.